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Montara Hostel

Hostel Montara

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Welcome to our hostel

Point Montara Lighthouse is situated on the rugged California coast, 25 miles south of San Francisco. A historic 1875 fog signal station and lighthouse have been preserved and restored into a hostel.

Guests are accommodated in both shared and private rooms. Enjoy cosy lounges, a secluded beach cove with tide pools, and landscaped native plant gardens. Amenities include DSL Internet and free Wi-Fi, on-site laundry, free parking, and an espresso bar. In addition, you can rest assured that your travel footprint will be minimized, as the hostel is a certified green business.

The coastside location of the Point Montara Lighthouse hostel offers convenient access to several beaches for swimming, surfing, kayaking, windsurfing, and horseback riding. The hostel is also the perfect base for exploring the Fitzgerald Marine Reserve, Pillar Point Harbor and Marsh, Mount Montara, and the quaint coastal town of Half Moon Bay.

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Reviews

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This was my first time staying at a hostel. I was skeptical at first, but I was on a tight budget. It surpassed my expectations, staff was great, it was clean and the other guest were nice. The bed was really comfortable and sleeping next to the ocean was very relaxing. I would recommend this place to anybody I know traveling. Next time, even if I had money for a hotel, I would look at this hostel first. I am looking forward to trying other hostels and doing more traveling. Thank you!!!

100%

Antonio,

Wed 07 Dec 2016

amazing location. Try and book the hot tub for sunset. Also wake up super early to see the sunrise, it is amazing!

87%

Charlie,

Fri 25 Nov 2016

I was mislead to think that I would receive my 3rd consecutive night free if I joined HI. I paid the fees but kind of cut into my budget because I hadn't planned for the extra night of stay. Oh well it just cut into my drinking of local micro brews. Perhaps you were there to help me not to experience a day of a hang over. The stay was great. Thanks

90%

Gregory,

Fri 25 Nov 2016

Montara's shorefront is shockingly beautiful, I stayed two extra days to take it in. I felt comfortable with the adult crowd I shared it with. Your staff is helpful and friendly, particularly Ben. The guests would be more comfortable if they were not moved from room to room. The cleanup of the refrigerator was so efficient, my marked and dated food was thrown away :-(( I will definitely return.

87%

Caleb,

Mon 14 Nov 2016

This is one of the most beautiful locations I've stayed at. The staff is very friendly and helpful. The scenery is just breath taking! I'm definitely going to visit again.